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=='''[http://karnatakaeducation.org.in/KOER/en/index.php/LibreOffice_FAQ LIBRE OFFICE]'''==
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=='''FONT and LANGUAGE SETTINGS ON UBUNTU'''==
===Kannada Keyboard layout===
==== For KGP keyboard layout ====
[[File:Kgp - Kannada keyboard layout.png|800px|Kannada KGP keyboard layout]]
==== For Itrans keyboard layout - [https://fedoraproject.org/wiki/I18N/Indic/KannadaKeyboardLayouts#Itrans_Keyboard_Layout click here] ====
==== For Inscript keyboard layout - [https://fedoraproject.org/w/uploads/1/1c/I18N_Indic_KannadaKeyboardLayouts_IndicKeyboardLayoutInscriptForKannada.png click here] ====
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=='''LANGUAGE SETTINGS (KANNADA) ON UBUNTU'''==
===Hindi Kyeboard layout===
===Kannada Keyboard layout===
[[Hindi_Typing | Click here]] for hindi typing help document.
===Add languages in ibus for typing in Ubuntu 14.04===
*Logout from the screen.<br>
[[Image:ibus1.png |400px]]<br>
[[Image:ibus2.png |400px]]<br>
*from login screen Select Ubuntu like below screen.<br>
[[Image: logout1.jpg|400px]]<br>
[[Image: logout2.jpg|400px]]<br>
*Again login to Ubuntu user by using your ubuntu password.<br>
[[file:Kannada_keyboard_layout.JPG | 400px]]
*On the top right side of the desktop, click on '''En''' icon(on top of the rightside screen) and goto text entry setting.
[[Image:ibus3.png |400px]]<br>
*Then, Click on +(Plus), select your language example : for kannada typing select "kannada(kgp(m17n))" click on add.
(Note : Also in this step you can add other languages to type and itrans means it's like bharaha keyboard)<br>
[[Image:ibus5.png |400px]]<br>
[[Image:f1.png |600px]] <br>
* Now, your select list look like this<br>
[[Image:ibus6.png |400px]] <br>
*close all the windows and again logout from this window.
*In the login screen select Gnome classic (Metacity) and Login by using your ubuntu password.
[[Image: login.jpg|400px]]<br>
*Now if you want to type other languages, just press ctrl+space key or click on "En" icon and select language.
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===How to install multiple fonts on Ubuntu ?===
===How to install multiple fonts on Ubuntu ?===
Follow the below steps to install multiple fonts on ubuntu.
Follow the below steps to install multiple fonts on ubuntu.
#Paste all the copied fonts in the '''fonts''' folder.
#Paste all the copied fonts in the '''fonts''' folder.
#Close all the window and restart the computer.
#Close all the window and restart the computer.
that's it.
that's it.<br>
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===How to convert non-unicode fonts document to unicode font ?===
===How to convert non-unicode fonts document to unicode font ?===
Unicode (ISO 10646) is the one-size-fits-all character encoding standard designed to clean up the mess of dozens of mutually incompatible ASCII extensions and special encodings and to allow the computer interchange of text in any of the world's writing systems.<br/>
Unicode (ISO 10646) is the one-size-fits-all character encoding standard designed to clean up the mess of dozens of mutually incompatible ASCII extensions and special encodings and to allow the computer interchange of text in any of the world's writing systems.<br />
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Note: A tool to convert Kannada text written using ASCII format like Nudi/Baraha to Unicode.Online version is available [http://aravindavk.in/ascii2unicode/ here]. Source code is released under GPL license and developed by Aravind VK.
Note: A tool to convert Kannada text written using ASCII format like Nudi/Baraha to Unicode.Online version is available.
<br>
'''[http://aravindavk.in/ascii2unicode/ Non-Unicode to Unicode convertor]''' <br>
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Source code is released under GPL license and developed by Aravind VK.<br>
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===DOcument convertor - pdf to word ===
Try these both app and try to convert documents from pdf to word easily.
* [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.investintech.com.able2doc&hl=en Able2Doc PDF to Word]
* [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bcl.easypdfcloud&hl=en easyPDF - Best PDF Converter]
or else best way is use online websites for converting to word, below are the links
* http://www.pdfonline.com/pdf-to-word-converter/
* https://www.freepdfconvert.com/pdf-word
='''EDUCATIONAL TOOLS'''=
='''EDUCATIONAL TOOLS'''=
==view .ggb Geogebra files on latest android tablets/smartphones and phablets==
==view .ggb Geogebra files on latest android tablets/smart phones and Tablets==
Visit Play store application: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.geogebra
Visit Play store application: [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.geogebra Click here]<br>
<br>
OR (If 'play store' app does not allow you to do it,)
OR (If 'play store' app does not allow you to do it,)
Download from Google Drive: [https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B5VjEPbF04AVckVobVE5RFMtRWM/edit?usp=sharing Click here]
Then install the file.<br>
You need to allow external sources to install apk files in android. It is mostly known feature.<br>
Go to '''Settings -> Security -> External Sources'''.<br>
Tick the option and open the file again to install.<br>
After installing, disable '''external sources''' again if you like to.<br>
After installing, you will be able to open Geogebra files on your tablet. It will work on latest android tablets with enough RAM and processor power. If it does not work for you, then your phone may be incapable of handling it.
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==How can I install KTechLab?==
==How can I install KTechLab?==
<p>The customised DVD that you receive during your training sessions has KTechLab pre-installed. A shortcut to KTechLab can be created as follows
<p>The customised DVD that you receive during your training sessions has KTechLab pre-installed. A shortcut to KTechLab can be created as follows
<p>The customised DVD that you received in your training sessions has PhET pre-installed on it.Just you need to launch in the applications list.
<p>The customised DVD that you received in your training sessions has PhET pre-installed on it.Just you need to launch in the applications list.
<li> Goto Application==>System tools==>Preferences==>main menu
<li> Goto '''Application==>System tools==>Preferences==>main menu'''
<li> click on '''Science'''==>'''add new items'''
<li> click on '''Science'''==>'''add new items'''
<li>Type as mentioned below without any mistake.
<li>Type as mentioned below without any mistake.
*Name:'''PhET
*Name:'''PhET'''
*Command: '''firefox /opt/PhET/index.html
*Command: '''firefox /opt/PhET/index.html'''
[[Image:PN.png]] <br>
[[Image:PN.png]] <br>
<li>PhET will appears on Desktop,Just double click on PhET Icon it opens up. <br/>
<li>Now, goto Application >> Science >> PhET. <br />
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==Installing Opers Web browser on ubuntu==
==Installing Opers Web browser on ubuntu==
# The first stable release of Opera for Linux is now available for download.<br/>
# The first stable release of Opera for Linux is now available for download.<br />
# For downloading opera [http://www.opera.com/download/get/?partner=www&opsys=Linux Click here].
# For downloading opera [http://www.opera.com/download/get/?partner=www&opsys=Linux Click here].
# Double click on opera downloaded file.
# Double click on opera downloaded file.
# It will take you to the '''Ubuntu Software center''' and click on '''Install'''.
# It will take you to the '''Ubuntu Software center''' and click on '''Install'''.
# If it is asking for password, just put your ubuntu login password and press '''Enter'''.<br/>
# If it is asking for password, just put your ubuntu login password and press '''Enter'''.<br />
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<br />
For more information about Opera [http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2014/12/new-opera-for-linux-goes-stable-download-now Click here] and [http://www.opera.com/about click here].
For more information about Opera [http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2014/12/new-opera-for-linux-goes-stable-download-now Click here] and [http://www.opera.com/about click here].
<li>Start Nudi direct (Assuming Nudi is installed, if not, please download from the website
<li>Start Nudi direct (Assuming Nudi is installed, if not, please download from the website
[http://www.kagapa.org/ www.kagapa.org])
[http://www.kagapa.org/ www.kagapa.org])
<li>Right click on the icon on the system tray and choose '''Nudi Unicode'''.
<li>Right click on the icon on the system tray and choose '''Nudi Unicode'''.
<li>Choose Unicode fonts like '''Kedage''', '''Mallige''', '''Tunga''' in the OpenOffice.org writer fonts.</p>
<li>Choose Unicode fonts like '''Kedage''', '''Mallige''', '''Tunga''' in the OpenOffice.org writer fonts.</p>
<li>Start Baraha direct. (If you do not have Baraha, please download from the website
<li>Start Baraha direct. (If you do not have Baraha, please download from the website
[www.Baraha.com])
[www.Baraha.com])
<li>Right click on the Baraha icon on the system tray and choose '''Languages''' -> '''Kannada''' -> '''Unicode''' or
<li>Right click on the Baraha icon on the system tray and choose '''Languages''' -> '''Kannada''' -> '''Unicode''' or
'''Languages''' -> '''KGP Keyboard Layout''' -> '''Unicode'''.
'''Languages''' -> '''KGP Keyboard Layout''' -> '''Unicode'''.
<li>Choose Unicode fonts like '''Kedage''', '''Mallige''', '''Tunga''' in the OpenOffice.org writer fonts.</p>
<li>Choose Unicode fonts like '''Kedage''', '''Mallige''', '''Tunga''' in the OpenOffice.org writer fonts.</p>
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='''BLOGS & OTHERS'''=
='''BLOGS & OTHERS'''=
==How to Add a Signature to a Gmail Account==
==How to Add a Signature to a Gmail Account==
Are you tired of typing your name at the end of every email you send? Want to make your emails more professional looking, with links to your business websites and company logos? Gmail allows you to quickly add custom signatures to every email you send. You can add links, images, and completely change the formatting of the text. See Step 1 below to learn <br/>
Are you tired of typing your name at the end of every email you send? Want to make your emails more professional looking, with links to your business websites and company logos? Gmail allows you to quickly add custom signatures to every email you send. You can add links, images, and completely change the formatting of the text. See Step 1 below to learn <br />
===Adding a Basic Signature===
===Adding a Basic Signature===
#Open Gmail. Ensure that you are logged in with the address that you want to add a signature to.<br><br>[[Image:Add-a-Signature-to-a-Gmail-Account-Step-1-Version-3.jpg|center|550px]]
#Open Gmail. Ensure that you are logged in with the address that you want to add a signature to.<br><br>[[Image:Add-a-Signature-to-a-Gmail-Account-Step-1-Version-3.jpg|center|550px]]
#Save the signature. Once you are happy with the way the signature looks, save your changes by clicking the '''Save''' button at the bottom of the Settings menu. Your emails will now include your new signature at the bottom.<ref>https://support.google.com/mail/answer/8395?hl=en</ref><br><br>[[Image:Add-a-Signature-to-a-Gmail-Account-Step-12.jpg|center|550px]]
#Save the signature. Once you are happy with the way the signature looks, save your changes by clicking the '''Save''' button at the bottom of the Settings menu. Your emails will now include your new signature at the bottom.<ref>https://support.google.com/mail/answer/8395?hl=en</ref><br><br>[[Image:Add-a-Signature-to-a-Gmail-Account-Step-12.jpg|center|550px]]
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==How can I create a blog account and write blogs in [http://karnatakaeducation.org.in karnatakaeducation.org.in]?==
==How can I create a blog account and write blogs in [http://karnatakaeducation.org.in karnatakaeducation.org.in]?==
<ul>
<ul>
<li>In the address bar of a web browser, please type http://karnatakaeducation.org.in and enter the site.</li>
<li>In the address bar of a web browser, please type http://karnatakaeducation.org.in and enter the site.</li>
==How do I increase the screen brightness on my Samsung N148 Plus Netbook?==
==How do I increase the screen brightness on my Samsung N148 Plus Netbook?==
<ul><p>To increase the screen brightness on your Samsung N148 Plus Netbook, do the following:
<ul><p>To increase the screen brightness on your Samsung N148 Plus Netbook, do the following:-
<li>Go to '''Applications --> Accessories --> Terminal'''.
<li>Go to '''Applications --> Accessories --> Terminal'''.
<li>After the '''$''' prompt, copy and paste the following command: '''sudo setpci -s 00:02.0 f4.b=ff'''
<li>After the '''$''' prompt, copy and paste the following command: '''sudo setpci -s 00:02.0 f4.b=ff'''
='''DIGITAL MAPPING'''=
='''DIGITAL MAPPING'''=
==How to use android phone to collect mapping points==
==How to use android phone to collect mapping points==
<li>OSMTracker stands for OpenStreetMap Tracker. It allows you to track your journey and mark significant way points. Way points can be marked with a tag using a button, with a quick voice record, a text note or by taking a picture. The various button pages and layouts can be customized to suit your OpenStreetMap activities. You can view your current track on top of an OpenStreetMap background.<br>
<li>OSMTracker stands for OpenStreetMap Tracker. It allows you to track your journey and mark significant way points. Way points can be marked with a tag using a button, with a quick voice record, a text note or by taking a picture. The various button pages and layouts can be customized to suit your OpenStreetMap activities. You can view your current track on top of an OpenStreetMap background.<br>
='''Google Products'''=
='''Google Products'''=
[[Emailing_Handout | Emailing handout]]
==Creating a Googlegroups==
==Creating a Googlegroups==
#Login to your gmail
#Login to your gmail
#[https://support.google.com/mail/answer/6579?hl=en setting up gmail filter]
#[https://support.google.com/mail/answer/6579?hl=en setting up gmail filter]
='''ANDROID APPLICATIONS'''=
==opening multiple Gmail accounts at same time==
#In firefox web browser, click FILE - NEW PRIVATE WINDOW (CONTROL+SHIFT+P)
#You will get a new private window.
#Login to gmail account here
#This will be independent of the gmail account you open in another browser
#So for every additional gmail account you want to log into, use this feature - FILE - NEW PRIVATE WINDOW (CONTROL+SHIFT+P)
==Google Talk (Hangout)==
# [http://www.google.com/chat/video Download] the voice and video call plug-in, quit all open browser windows, and install the plug-in and restart your browser.
# Login to [www.gmail.com gmail]
# Select the contact you want to chat with in your Chat list (left side of the screen).
[[File:Right side of the screen.png | 200px]]
# Click the Hangouts icon(video cam icon) at the top of the Chat window.
# Your contact will receive a Hangouts invite in their Chat window. Once they accept your invite, you both can start hanging out and even invite up to 8 more people to join you!
# then on the top right, it will ask to allow to use your webcam so click on allow in all the settings.
='''ANDROID PHONES/APPLICATIONS'''=
==Android Phones mounting problem issue==
*In Terminal (Applications==>Accessories==>Terminal), <br>
<br>
'''''Note:This needs a Internet connection''''' <br>
<br>
* Copy and paste below lines :
'''sudo add-apt-repository ppa:langdalepl/gvfs-mtp''' <br> enter you ubuntu login password and press enter <br>
'''sudo apt-get update''' <br>
<br>
then, <br>
'''sudo apt-get install gvfs''' <br>
Restart your computer and make sure that your android device has USB debugging mode enabled.
connect your mobile through USB.<br>
Hope that will help you. It works for me.<br>
If the above solution not working, try below one :- <br>
* please update mobile software 1st till today ( app name in your phone is System Update), if updated ignore this
* enabling developer Option
Go to '''setting --> cilck about --> Software information''' and 7 times press/tap on Build number you will be get '''Developer Optioning'''.
(Note : for video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIn6rDHN-M0 click Here]). <br>
go to '''setting --> Developer Option --> USB debugging enable''' <br>
Setp 4,
Use USB Cable and try to connect. <br>
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==How to Transfer Files Between Your PC and Android Phone Wirelessly==
# There is a free application on the Google Play store called [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.damiapp.softdatacable Software Data Cable:]. This you need to install in your mobile.
# Once you've installed it, turn on your WiFi connection and launch the app.
# Tap on the "start service" button.
# It create a FTP server on the android device that let you connect from any computer by opening the resource:
'''ftp://192.168.1.xxx:8888'''
# where 192.168.1.xxx is the IP address of your device.
# You can now copy/paste files over WiFi from/to your android device.
for more options [http://askubuntu.com/questions/626941/how-to-access-my-androids-files-using-wi-fi-in-ubuntu Click here] <br>
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==Read odt, odf and ods files in android==
* In your android mobile open '''google app'''.
* install '''[https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=at.tomtasche.reader Open document viewer]''' that's it.
* Now, you can able to read all open document format files.
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==How to Connect android mobile in Ubuntu==
==How to Connect android mobile in Ubuntu==
==Free software’s applications store for Android==
==Free software’s applications store for Android==
[https://f-droid.org F-droid] is public software(FOSS) app store available for Android where you can get most of the FOSS apps like Firefox, VLC, and many moer for your Android phone. It is an installable catalogue of FOSS (Free and Open Source Software) applications for the Android platform. The client makes it easy to browse, install, and keep track of updates on your device. Click [https://f-droid.org/FDroid.apk here ] to download latest version of F-droid.
[https://f-droid.org F-droid] is public software(FOSS) app store available for Android where you can get most of the FOSS apps like Firefox, VLC, and many moer for your Android phone. It is an installable catalogue of FOSS (Free and Open Source Software) applications for the Android platform. The client makes it easy to browse, install, and keep track of updates on your device. Click [https://f-droid.org/FDroid.apk here] to download latest version of F-droid.
<br>
<br>
Before installing the downloaded apk file, first check the option "Unknown sources allowing the installation of apps from sources other than the Playstore". Then install the F-droid and open it to get available FOSS apps for your android phone. There are thousands of apps available in various categories which are all licensed under public licenses.
Before installing the downloaded apk file, first check the option "Unknown sources allowing the installation of apps from sources other than the Playstore". Then install the F-droid and open it to get available FOSS apps for your android phone. There are thousands of apps available in various categories which are all licensed under public licenses.
*In the next screen, you will see more details about the application including the different functionalists it to Click OK
*In the next screen, you will see more details about the application including the different functionalists it to Click OK
to finish installing the application. <br>
to finish installing the application. <br>
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